Gentle towel twist, illustrated in 3 steps
Sit or stand tall. Hold a small dry towel with both hands. Keep the elbows close and the grip loose.

Wrists

Gentle towel twist

A simple move for your wrists and forearms, done sitting down or standing up. About 30 seconds.

Position
Seated, Standing
Equipment
A towel
Time
About 30 seconds
Works
wrists and forearms

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How to do gentle towel twist

  1. Set

    Sit or stand tall. Hold a small dry towel with both hands. Keep the elbows close and the grip loose.

  2. 1

    Turn the hands gently in opposite directions to twist the towel.

  3. 2

    Reverse the twist slowly. Keep the grip light.

  4. 3

    Return to the middle and relax the hands.

Take care. Use a small, comfortable movement. Do not force a joint. Stop if you feel pain.

Gentle movement guidance, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

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